Foster Program

Individuals who love animals will love being a Foster Volunteer at The Humane Society of Central Oregon! Opening your heart and home to provide temporary care for a cat, kitten, dog or puppy is a tremendously rewarding experience for both the volunteer and the foster animal.

Foster Volunteers are an integral part of HSCO mission of saving animal lives. Countless numbers of kittens, puppies, cats and dogs receive a temporary home and wonderful care from our dedicated team of Foster Volunteers until they are ready to be adopted into a permanent home.

Fostering is a great way to bring a furry companion into your life when you are not quite ready to make a lifetime commitment. Fostering also allows you to volunteer from the comfort of your own home. You will be enriching their lives as well as yours!

Time Commitment

HSCO is always recruiting for Foster Volunteers, but has a high season during the months of April through November. Some animals may only need a home for several days while others may need several months of care. Foster animals are carefully matched with foster homes according to their needs and the foster’s abilities.

HSCO Foster Volunteer Application

We welcome you to apply to the Volunteer Foster program.

Once your application is received, the Foster Coordinator will contact you with the next steps in the application process.

All applicants, age 18 and older, will need to pass a criminal background check that is performed by Verified Volunteers.

If you are also interested in volunteering at the HSCO Shelter, you must fill out a HSCO Shelter Volunteer Application as well. Click here to learn about the Shelter Volunteer application process.